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Bruges Christmas Market; © Bruges Tourist Office

Bruges Christmas Market

24 Nov - 31 Dec 2009 (annual)

There can't be many settings more beautiful at Christmas than medieval Bruges, with its cobbled streets, historic buildings and horses and carts plodding by. The Christmas market on the main…

Antique Market

Mar - Oct 2010; Sat only (annual)

Every Saturday from Easter through to October antique dealers and tourists crowd the street that runs alongside the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp's Historic Centre.

Place Saint-Boniface

Daily

Located smack in the middle of upmarket Avenue de la Toison d'Or and bohemian Brussels' university quarter lies the Place Saint-Boniface, home to a happy mix of artists, shops, cafés and restaurants.

Architecture and shopping along the Meir in Antwerp; Photo courtesy of Visit Flanders

Meir

Daily

Far from your regular high street, Antwerp's Meir is a car-free shopping strip where clothing and department stores are set within stunning rococo buildings. Check out number 50, a former…

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Chine, Brussels. © Chine Collection

Chine

Daily; not Sun

From wide-legged trousers to cocktail dresses, most of Chine's creations are made of 100% silk. The prints are subtle with a vintage feel and there are also embroidered pieces. This is Belgian…

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Courtesy of Planète Chocolat, Brussels

Planète Chocolat

Daily

Part workshop, museum and boutique, Planète Chocolat in Brussels takes you on a journey into the sweet-scented world of Belgian chocolate. Watch chefs mould cocoa and other ingredients into…

Ann Demeulemeester

Daily; not Sun

One of Antwerp's six leading fashion designers, Ann Demeulemeester sells women's clothes from her Het Zuid boutique. She is not afraid to break with current trends and bold contrasting colours…

Belgium Beers

Daily

For the uninitiated, Belgium has a mind boggling array of beers. Belgium Beers, located at the heart of Antwerp's Historic Centre, strives to sell them all. Choose from malty wheat beers…

't Zand Market, Bruges; © Stad Brugge Photo courtesy of Toerisme Brugge © Stad Brugge

't Zand Market

Sat only

Bruges' centrally located 't Zand market, held every Saturday, has become so big that it spills on to nearby Boeveriestraat. Find coats and carpets, watches, waffles and anything else you're…

Ganterie Italienne (Italian Glovemaker)

Daily

Located at number three of the stunning glass-covered Galerie de la Reine, Ganterie Italienne has been cutting bespoke gloves for men and women since 1890. Opt for cream-coloured lace trims…

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Kanthuisje

Daily

Hidden among the shadows of the Belfort, Kanthuisje is the perfect place to purchase some locally crafted lace. Visitors can see delicate needlepoint lace being created and pick up a…

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Marché du Châtelain

Wed only

Place du Châtelain fills with trendy Bruxellois on Wednesday afternoons when the food market appears. Buy Lebanese cuisine to eat immediately or simply soak up the scents and colours. After…

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Zilverpand Brugge

Daily

Located in the heart of Bruges, Zilverpand Brugge is a stylish shopping mall set around three peaceful indoor courtyards. Look for the latest fashions, buy a box of chocolates or have lunch at…

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Delvaux, Brussels. © Maison Delvaux

Delvaux

Daily

Since 1883, Delvaux has been the leather goods supplier of the Belgian royal family. Buy into the exclusive brand with one of their classic handbags or leather accessories. The store is…

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Wittamer, Brussels. © Maison Wittamer

Wittamer

Daily

Reigning over Place du Grand Sablon, Wittamer's wares are the pinnacle of sophisticated chocolate confectionery. Think ganaches, pralines, truffles, fruit chocolates and candied orange peel.…

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La Boutique Tintin

Daily

Re-live the adventures of Tintin, the spiky-haired, Bruxellois reporter created by Hergé. Located just off the Grand'Place, the boutique sells everything from Tintin clothes to key rings.…

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Maison Dandoy

Daily

This traditional shop, selling Belgian speciality biscuits, smells of ginger, butter and spice. Their cinnamon and almond-flavoured speculoos biscuits are great dipped in a cup of tea. Located…

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DOD

Daily; not Sun

DOD's five floors of cut-price women's designer clothes on leafy rue du Bailli, off Place du Châtelain, are a bargain-hunter's heaven. There are also DOD menswear, children's and lingerie…

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Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert

Daily

Built in 1846, the glass-roofed Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert are split into three parts; the Queen's, King's and Prince's galleries. This light-filled haven of genteel charm is a place to…